Industrial Automation Technician

Overview

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About the company:

At Japs-Olson (JO), we believe a career should be more than a job—it should be an opportunity to create a lasting impression. As a trusted leader in direct mail and commercial printing for over a century, JO is an employer of choice in the Twin Cities, empowering our team to solve problems creatively within a culture of collaboration and growth. JO offers competitive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a commitment to work-life balance in a supportive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

As an Industrial Automation Technician at Japs-Olson you will play an essential role in keeping industrial equipment running. This role combines a tech-savvy mindset with an industrial mechanical background. We feature multiple automation platforms on some of the newest technologies in the printing industry.

• Troubleshoot and program PLCs, HMIs, and VFDs
• Work with drive manufacturers (Siemens, Lenz, and Schneider Electric)
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on mechanical equipment
• Troubleshoot and repair large-scale presses
• Follow best practices to improve equipment uptime and reliability
• Utilize CMMS software for preventative maintenance, work orders, and inventory
• Follow management system procedures, 5S, and standard work
• Follow document control protocols
• Participate in rotating weekend on-call schedule

• PLC programming - multiple platforms preferred
• Strong networking knowledge
• Ability to read and interpret electrical/mechanical schematics
• Previous experience in the manufacturing or printing industry is preferred
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Ownership of personal tools is required. Japs-Olson will repair or replace any tools that are damaged while in use on company equipment.

• Affordable medical insurance plans
• Vision and dental insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions
• 401(k) savings plan with company contributions
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Paid holidays and floating holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Short and long-term disability

JO is an equal employment opportunity employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance. This position is safety-sensitive. All offers are conditional on satisfying a 9-panel drug screening and physical test in accordance with applicable laws.